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What is Public Communications?
Public communications is often thought of as public relations or mass communications. Public communication graduates communicate with a broad scope of people, through public speaking, TV, radio, newspaper, and every other form of mass media. Public communication is the idea of expressing an idea to many people at the same time. Public communications can center a small audience or a large crowd, a TV camera or a radio. All organizations, public and private, must maintain effective relationships with a wide variety of groups and individuals. These relationships require thoughtful use of print and spoken word.

Consequently, public communications students study how information is communicated to many segments of society, including consumers, government officials, community organizations, employees, investors and the media. They learn how to assist their organizations in structuring public opinion and in addressing the organization’s social responsibilities. They learn how to frame messages and communication strategies in ways that mutually benefit their organizations and the public.

What Kinds of Students Major in Public Communications?
Students who are not afraid of public speaking would be good in this field. Many students have a fear of public speaking, so not everyone is comfortable in this major. This is a field where students will be in constant interaction with people. Public relations people may have to perform "damage control." A student must consider the implications of dealing with people constantly.

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